Does the 2013 Honda CR-Z have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Honda CR-Z, the most recent reported on June 27, 2019 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Honda CR-Z?

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (9 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).

How many 2013 Honda CR-Z complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 11 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2013 Honda CR-Z recalls and problems

2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Honda CR-Z.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2013 Honda CR-Z recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 19V500000 · reported June 27, 2019 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,558 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 2012 RL, 2009-2014 TL, 2010 and 2012 ZDX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2011-2013 and 2015 CR-Z, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013 Fit EV, 2010-2011 and 2013 Insight and 2007-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are S5B and W59.

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 16V061000 · reported February 3, 2016 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 2,232,187 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags9
Electrical system1
Power train1
Seat belts1
Structure1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 28, 2023 · Power train
Front driver side axle rusted and snapped in half - in line with safety recalls #20V769 & #20V770. Currently, it is available for inspection. I am hoping to begin repairs within the next 3 days. I will save the defective parts and take photos for inspection, upon request. This occurred from a complete stop, turning…

Jun 6, 2023 · Air bags · 100,400 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Honda CR-Z. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the air bag warning light inadvertently illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the SRS unit. The contact was informed that the SRS unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…

Jun 6, 2023 · Air bags
Check airbag light came on. Went to Honda dealership for diagnostic. Was informed that entire SRS unit is defective and needs replaced. This unit controls the entire airbag system. I was given a repair invoice and was told I was liable to pay. Honda manufacturer will NOT pay for this. This is a safety defect and I…

Oct 19, 2017 · Air bags · 11,000 miles · crash reported
IN THE ACCIDENT AIRBAG FRACTURED MY FOREHEAD IN 3 PLACES BROKE MY NOSE,L WAS HOSPITALIZED 2 DAYS

Apr 13, 2017 · Air bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA CR-Z. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE…

CR-Z model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2011	3	38	5
2012	2	7	0
2013	2	11	1
2014	1	4	0
2015	2	6	1
2016	0	2	0

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Questions

Does the 2013 Honda CR-Z have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Honda CR-Z, the most recent reported on June 27, 2019 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Honda CR-Z?: Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (9 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2013 Honda CR-Z complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 11 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 28, 2023.